Severe Storms Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Lake County
Severe Storms Cause Widespread Damage and Power Outages in Lake County
US · Published Jul 29, 2026
Severe storms swept through Lake County on Monday, causing extensive damage and leaving thousands without power.
According to a Lake County representative, 30,000 customers were still without electricity as of Tuesday afternoon.

Impact & Risks

The storms have disrupted daily life for thousands of residents in Lake County, particularly in Waukegan and Libertyville. Power outages have left traffic signals inoperable, creating potential hazards on the roads. Flooded streets, though now receded, initially posed risks to drivers. The damage to infrastructure, including downed power lines and trees, has complicated restoration efforts. Residents in affected areas are advised to avoid downed power lines, as they may still be live, and to report them to ComEd immediately. Families displaced by the damaged apartment building in Waukegan face uncertainty about their housing situation.

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